IMPHAL, Feb 21: A three-day long youth festival was recently held in Imphal, youth from various tribes and communities gathered to showcase their rich culture and traditions.<\/p>\n
The event was organized by the Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan under the aegis of Ministry of Youth Affairs with an aim to provide a platform to talented youth.<\/p>\n
Some 160 artists participated at the event presenting folk songs and dances of their communities.<\/p>\n
“Through interacting, sharing with one and another and having such program will surely help us to bring peace, harmony in the communities,” said R. Tabitha, a participant.<\/p>\n
Crafts persons from hill districts and the valley also exhibited various items during the festival.<\/p>\n
Youth from Meitei, Kuki and Naga communities performed on one platform to send out a clear message of unity for prosperity and development.<\/p>\n
“Such cultural events help in national integration. We get the opportunity to perform together with different communities and showcase our rich culture, folk dances and songs,” said Nirmala Devi, a participant.<\/p>\n
The youth in Manipur are aware of the fact that militant led violence has created instability and affected the growth and development of the state.<\/p>\n
They want unity, peace and harmony to once again reign in Manipur.<\/p>\n\n
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